rio
Breed:Shepherd
Age: Young adult
Gender:
Male
Size: Medium
About rio: RIO, Id 249707, @4 Yrs. Old, 38 lbs., Male
Manhattan ACC, Medium Mixed Breed, Tan/Black
Owner Surrender Reason: 3/15/26 - Behavior
Behavior Assessment Rating: New Hope Only
Recommendations:
No children under age 13
Single Pet Home
Recommend no dog parks
Place with a New Hope
Medical Behavior Rating: 4. Orange
AT RISK MEMO:
Rio is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Rio was surrendered due to reported aggressive behavior in the home. His previous owner states that he will growl towards strangers, bikes, small animals, and dogs while on leash. Rio also has a bite history that broke skin but did not require medical attention. While in care, Rio has been observed to escalate to snapping multiple times when handlers interact. Medically, Rio has dental disease.
